Starting a new blog today to go with the website I am building; do-I-have?
The idea is a google style (let everyone have the information) website for folks to look at the way we use medical check lists and decision tools to diagnose an illness or condition. There are many validated "instruments" that are no more than a check list of symptoms. Lets get those to everyone who is wondering .... do I have strept throat? do i have depression?
Obviously, the point is not to make a formal diagnosis, not to substitute for a doctor's care and not to take responsibility for the outcomes. We have to disclaim all that. This is for people who need more that a two page description of an illness - this is for people who are really trying to figure out their risk and their options.
I'm very excited about trying to give information about understanding risk. The medical community has done a terrible job of it.
CJH
